A two-day hunt at the Savannah River Site (SRS) created a lifetime of memories for 15 disabled hunters and their escorts during the SRS Ultimate Turkey Hunt.
Made possible through the collaboration of the U.S Forest Service, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS), the National Wild Turkey Federation, and the Outdoor Dream Foundation (ODF), this annual event provides a unique turkey hunting experience for disabled hunters from across the country.
Participants and their escorts are given access to the Site’s pristine woodlands spanning 90,000 acres and brings people together through their shared love of the outdoors.”
Austin Scott, who was diagnosed with a life-threatening illness at a young age, was one of the hunters selected to participate in this year’s event. Within the early hours of the first morning, Austin was able to harvest a turkey alongside his father, Marty Scott, and SRNS escort Chas Shiels.
“I truly enjoyed watching Austin harvest a turkey, but what I value just as much are the friendships that are made through this event,” said Marty Scott.
Employees from various contractors across the Site, including SRNS, Savannah River Mission Completion, the U.S. Forest Service, and Savannah River National Laboratory, were selected to serve as hunting escorts. Their role ensures the hunters have a safe and successful experience.
